Balenciaga Stock Manager

About Balenciaga

Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.

Role & Responsibilities

• Oversee and enforce policies and procedures according to Balenciaga's Operations Manual and Global Stockroom Guidelines
• Manage daily shipping and receiving operations with efficiency and accuracy
• Troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and monitor inventory negatives in real time
• Receive and process incoming merchandise
• Complete monthly and annual store reconciliation and cycle counts
• Partner with the Customer Service Representative on repair management, including timely handling, communication, and weekly shipment of repairs
• Maintain and organize the back-of-house (BOH) to prevent loss prevention (LP) and sales issues
• Prepare and organize annual inventory audits according to Kering guidelines
• Monitor and manage supply costs, ensuring alignment with budget targets
• Order and maintain adequate inventory of shipping, stationery, packaging, and operational supplies
• Perform opening and closing procedures in compliance with Balenciaga and Kering standards
• Coordinate facility maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, lighting, plumbing, fire monitoring, elevator maintenance, and pest control with the corporate team
• Submit all required daily, weekly, and monthly reporting including reconciliation and packaging reports
• Support the sales floor as directed by store management
• Execute additional projects as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of operational experience within luxury retail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word Processing
• Experience with JDA or similar inventory management systems
• Ability to lift and move bulk merchandise regularly
• Strong proven track record of driving business results
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Commercial awareness and strong business acumen
• Demonstrated ability to manage, coach, and develop teams effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills

Experience

6+ years of operational experience within luxury retail, with proven ability to manage inventory systems, lead teams, and drive operational efficiency in fast-paced, high-end retail environments.

Workplace

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 25 to USD 28 per hour.

Culture

Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.

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